Speech Therapy
Speech Pathologists work with children and young people who have difficulty in the areas of speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice. Speech Pathologists study, diagnose and treat these communication disorders.
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Hunter Coast Therapy provide early intervention and school aged support to individuals and their families who may be experiencing challenges in one or more of the following areas:
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Literacy development
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School readiness
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Teacher and educator training
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Parent training and workshops
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Late Talkers
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Delayed or disordered speech patterns
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Speech sound
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Verbal expression
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Stuttering
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Learning difficulties
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Autism
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Developmental Delay
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Disability Speech
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Assessment and ongoing intervention
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Low Tech
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Hunter Coast Therapy Speech Pathologist's Sarah and Tahlia are both Hanen Certified Speech Therapists.
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Occupational Therapy
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Occupational Therapy can enable children to develop the necessary skills for
learning and performing tasks in the areas of home, school, and the community.
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Common interventions Hunter Coast Therapy is proud to offer include:
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Early Intervention
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Sensory Integration
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DIRFloortime
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Neurodiversity and affirmation education
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Interoception
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Nature based OT
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School readiness skills
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Energy regulation (not emotional regulation)
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Posture and core conditioning
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Transition planning
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Gross motor skills
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Visual perceptual skills
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Self-care skills (e.g. dressing, feeding, grooming, toileting)
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Breathing skill
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Meditation and Mindfulness
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Equipment prescription
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Home therapy planning
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Functional capacity assessment
Physiotherapy
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Hunter Coast Therapy provide CHILD & ADULT Physiotherapy services in the below areas. These can be delivered in our space, the community or home.
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Gross motor exercises
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Physical rehabilitation
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Sports related injuries/goals
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Pain management
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Age related changes
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Pre/post surgery
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Mobility
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Falls prevention and balance
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Mobility intervention
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Effects of deconditioning or inactivity
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Muscle imbalances / weakness
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Cerebral palsy gait training
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Hyper-mobility assessment and intervention
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Lower limb orthotic moulding and fitting
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GROUP SERVICES
Check out our groups running
Term 4 2024
at HCT
Hunter Coast Therapy offers a range of group programs for all ages and funding types.
Group programs are run during the school terms. Programs may also be delivered in the school holidays as intensive blocks or one day events run by our amazing clinicians.
Hunter Coast Therapy structure our groups as Programs of Support which can be funded by your NDIS Capacity Building funds.
Download our group details by clicking the below.
Telehealth
Differently
Now Accepting
Rural & Remote Referrals
At Hunter Coast Therapy we do Telehealth a little bit differently to what most people assume. We understand the benefits of Telehealth and sometimes face to face therapy can be difficult. We use technology to ensure you achieve your goals. Our Telehealth sessions come in many different shapes and forms. Most importantly, so you have access to high quality services from the comfort of your home. Wherever you are in the country.
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Some examples of our Telehealth tricks include:
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Using screen share
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Interactive technology
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Movement games
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Mobile devices
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Video and camera functions
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Supportive resources
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1:1 support with experienced and dedicated therapists.
We may provide URL links, instructions or resources prior to your appointment. We can also request your carers, parents or other supports be present to assist. Hunter Coast Therapy will work with you to arrange any props or equipment needed.